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Casticin

Also known as Vitexicarpin, 5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxychromen-4-one, Quercetagetin 3,6,7,4'-tetramethyl ether

CAS 479-91-4Formula C19H18O8Molar mass 374.35 g/mol
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Casticin chemical structure, C19H18O8, CAS 479-91-4
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CAS number
479-91-4
Formula
C19H18O8
Molar mass
374.35 g/mol
HS code
293299
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Casticin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Casticin is a tetramethoxyflavone that consists of quercetagetin in which the hydroxy groups at positions 3, 6, 7 and 4' have been replaced by methoxy groups. It has been isolated from Eremophila mitchellii. It has a role as an apoptosis inducer and a plant metabolite. It is a dihydroxyflavone and a tetramethoxyflavone. It is functionally related to a quercetagetin.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxychromen-4-one
CAS number
479-91-4 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C19H18O8
UNII
753GT729OU
MDL number
MFCD00210481
InChIKey
PJQLSMYMOKWUJG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C19H18O8/c1-23-11-6-5-9(7-10(11)20)17-19(26-4)16(22)14-12(27-17)8-13(24-2)18(25-3)15(14)21/h5-8,20-21H,1-4H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C2=C(C(=O)C3=C(C(=C(C=C3O2)OC)OC)O)OC)O

Synonyms

  • Vitexicarpin
  • 5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxychromen-4-one
  • Quercetagetin 3,6,7,4'-tetramethyl ether
  • 3',5-Dihydroxy-3,4',6,7-tetramethoxyflavone
  • 3,6,7,4'-Tetra-O-methyl-5,3'-dihydroxyflavone
  • 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxy-
  • Casticin(Vitexicarpin)
  • 5,3'-dihydroxy-3,6,7,4'-tetramethoxyflavone
  • 5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxy-4H-chromen-4-one
  • Casticin, analytical standard
  • 5-Hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxy-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one
  • 5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxy-phenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxy-chromen-4-one
  • Casticin, primary pharmaceutical reference standard
  • Casticine
  • Casticin (Standard)
  • 5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4
  • 3,6,7,4'-tetramethylquercetagetin
  • quercetagetin-3,6,7,4'-tetramethylether
  • 3,4',6,7-Tetramethoxy-3',5-dihydroxyflavone
  • 5,12-Dihydroxy-2,6,7,13-tetramethoxyflavone
  • Casticin, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
  • 5-Hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxy-4H-benzopyran-4-one, 9CI

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
374.35 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
374.1002 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.91calc.
Topological polar surface area
107.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
8calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
27calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.21calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=c1cc(-c2ccccc2)oc2ccccc12

O=c1cc(-c2ccccc2)oc2ccccc12

3 rings, 17 atoms, the Flavone ring system.

2,273 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • apoptosis inducer
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Casticin is traded under.

HS 2932.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$3.81B
+10.3% vs 2023, imports $7.05B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.9%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported12.7%
  3. Germany7.8%
Top importers
  1. United States49.7%
  2. China11.9%
  3. India * partner reported3.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Casticin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Casticin, based on the data on this page

What is Casticin?

Casticin is a tetramethoxyflavone that consists of quercetagetin in which the hydroxy groups at positions 3, 6, 7 and 4' have been replaced by methoxy groups. It has been isolated from Eremophila mitchellii. It has a role as an apoptosis inducer and a plant metabolite. It is a dihydroxyflavone and a tetramethoxyflavone.

What is the CAS number of Casticin?

The CAS registry number of Casticin is 479-91-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Casticin?

The molecular formula of Casticin is C19H18O8 and its molar mass is 374.35 g/mol.

What is Casticin used for?

Known uses and roles of Casticin include apoptosis inducer, eukaryotic metabolite, metabolite and plant metabolite.

Is Casticin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Casticin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Casticin?

Casticin is usually classified under HS code 293299 (Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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